HOW TO DO

DEADLIFT WITH DUMBBELLS

BY  SEQUOIA HALDAN

Deadlifts with dumbbells is a good beginner strength exercise that helps strengthen your lower back and legs.

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GLUTES

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QUADS

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HAMSTRINGS

01. 

Standing hip-width apart with a straight back and shoulders down, holding dumbbells in each hand.

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02. 

As you hinge down from the hips, stick the glutes back while keeping a flat back and with a soft bend at the knees.

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03. 

Lower your torso until it’s parallel to the floor and dumbbells are nearly touching the ground. You’ll feel a deep stretch in your hamstrings.

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04. 

Slowly reverse the movement engaging your core and return to the starting position. Repeat.

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DEADLIFT WITH DUMBBELLS

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